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CHARITY HANDBALL TOURNAMENT

27^th-28^th of August

St. Mellans Handball Courts

St. Mellans complex was the venue for a Charity Handball Tournament in aid of Cancer Research Ireland last weekend (28^th/29^th). The tournament attracted 51 handballers from all over Monaghan to battle it out for the honours. The game play consisted of a timed 10 minute singles handball match with each player taking part in an opening placing round on Saturday the 28th; the winners of the opening round entered the Cup with the losers entering the Shield. Straight from the off it was clear that competition and technical ability of each player was at an exceptionally high level with some noticeable senior players taking an early tumble. Game of the day was without doubt the 2^nd round of the cup where Monaghan senior champion Terry Kiernan locked horns with young gun Darren Doherty, it seemed Darren had the game and his ticket to the 3^rd round on the Sunday sealed until a mammoth fight back in the dying seconds from Kiernan forced extra time and led him to eventually take the game 12:10 to the delight of the dazzled on looking spectators. Other noticeable absentees on Sunday were Martin Mc Entee, Colin Donnolly, Daniel Mc Kenna and Paul Cassidy, all of which would have been in the front running for honours.  

Sunday’s games kicked off with the 3^rd round in both the Cup and Shield. The first big wins went to Christopher Mc Kenna (P.J) who accounted for Terry Mc Elvaney 14:12 before disposing of Eoin Treanor 16:6 in the quarter final of the cup. In the other cup quarter finals Ian Treanor defeated Conor Mc Ginnity, Terry Kiernan defeated Patrick Mc Mahon and Paudy Mc Kenna disposed of David O’Reilly thus setting up two mouth watering semi final encounters composing off Christopher Mc Kenna vs. Ian Treanor and Terry Kiernan vs. Paudy Mc Kenna. The Shield was causing a similar stir with more outstanding handball, brilliant performances from Joe Mc Cabe, Patrick Mc Kenna and OJ. Mc Clave didn’t go unnoticed however it was Niall Clerkin, Eamonn Todd, Michael Mc Carron and Paul Donaghue who made it through to the semi finals. Niall Clerkin brushed Eamonn aside to progress to the final before Paul Donaghue made light work of Michael Mc Carron winning on a score line of 13:6 to set up a final meeting with Niall.  

The Cup semi finals kicked off with an electric performance from Christopher Mc Kenna (P.J) that sealed a 13:4 victory over Ian Treanor who was unlucky on the day to find a player in such great form. In the other semi final world champion Paudy mc Kenna battled past the excellent Terry Kiernan on a scoreline of 12:5 thus setting up a final meeting with fellow St. Mellans club man Christopher. However the Shield final had first billing, Paul Donaghue showed all of his experience in racing into an early 14:5 lead after 7 minutes of the 15 minute final, this was simply a lead Niall couldn’t claw back and that together with a shoulder injury mid way through the final it was simply to much with Paul taking the honours 22:8, although credit must go to Niall who played on with his weaker hand to the respect of the gallery.  

The Cup final started in a similar manner to that of the shield, with Christopher Mc Kenna racing into a 14:3 lead after seven minutes of play, many in the gallery felt the 11 point difference may have been to much for Paudy to claw back but claw back he did and after 13 minutes of the 15 minute final the scores were level at 16:16, with extra time looming Christopher pulled out all the stops to pick off three extra marks and take the Cavan Crystal trophy on a scoreline of 19:16.  

It is important to remember that this was a Charity tournament in aid of Cancer Research Ireland , Donations are still flooding in right now but at this present time the money raised for Cancer research stands at €1093. The organisers would like to thank everyone who helped out over the weekend, the referees, the players, St. Mellans Handball club for their facilities, Maureen and Una Treanor for the food provided, Photographer Nicola Hackett, Cavan Crystal, Cancer Research Ireland and off course anyone who came down and donated. Thank you so much for your support and we’re already looking forward to next year.

Photos of the day available to view on:

http://www.facebook.com/album.php?aid=203565&id=637428346&l=a0073d8fd8

Handball AGM: We held our AGM on Wednesday night last, September 3rd 2009. As usual, it was a well attended meeting with some old and new faces.

The following committee were elected: Chairperson OJ Mc Clave, ViceChair Darren O Reilly, Secertary Barry Treanor, Assistant Sec Declan Mc Kenna, Treasurer Kevin Treanor, Assistant Treas Frank Mc Kenna and PRO Peadar Mc Cluskey. Elected Committee Members were John Treanor, Michael Mc Carron, Brian Mc Kenna, Christopher Mc Kenna, Stephen Callery, Peter Mc Cartan, Michael Todd and John Kelly.

We would like to thank the outgoing committee and wish the new one all the best in the year ahead. We are now going to lift membership for the coming year on the next 3 Friday nights, 11th, 18th and 25th of September between 9-10pm. Adults 30 euros, 3rd Level students 15 euros. No pay No play. We will also be taking Juvenile Registration on the 11th of September between 8-9pm 5 euros. Keep eyes open for notes in the Standard and local Bulletin.

TOP SEEDED HANDBALL PLAYERS IN ST. MELLANS

Owen Mc Kenna, Charlie Shanks, Seamus O Tuoma, Tony Healy, Paul Brady, Ricky Mc Cann, Conor Jordan, and Sean Devine.

U-12 BLITZ IN ST MELLANS SAT 28TH MARCH 2009

Good Luck: 7/03/09 The U-16 team and mentors wish the very best of luck to Padraig Mc Kenna (U-16 Singles)  & Christopher Mc Kenna (U-16 Doubles with partner Terry Mc Elvaney, Monaghan)  when they play in the All Ireland Handball Semi Finals this weekend in Roscommon.

Feb 09 Congratulations: to local handballers Padraig McKenna who won the All Ireland Colleges u-15 Championship and Christopher McKenna who along with Terry Mc Elvaney of Monaghan  won the All-Ireland Colleges u-17 Doubles Championship with St. Macartans. The successful duo were coached by Michael Todd. This was no doubt a huge achievement for St Macartans and indeed for St. Mellans handball Club and it is worth noting that the last time the Sem won this doubles  competition  the coach was Fr Sean Nolan. The players were Anthony Cadden R.I.P.of Scotstown and Liam Mc Gowan from Donegal. Congratulations to Padraig, Christopher, Terry and Michael.

Congratulations and best wishes in the All-Ireland Semi Finals to Daniel Mc Kenna on winning the U-16 Ulster title, to Padraig Mc Kenna who won the U-15 title and to Christopher Mc Kenna & Terry Mc Elvaney who won the U-16 doubles title. They now go on to play in the All Ireland Semi Finals in the next few weeks.

Hard Luck to Fergal O Neill and Daragh Mc Ginn who are beaten in the U-14 doubles final. 

Emerald Masters B Final: Congratulations to O.J. Mc Clave on wining this Ulster title by defeating an Antrim opponent.

19/02/08 St. Mellans Handball Club:  Colleges All Ireland Semi Finals: Christopher Mc Kenna & Padraig Mc Kenna represent St. Macartan’s College, Monaghan in the All Ireland Junior Doubles Semi finals this Sat. in Clogh. They play a double pairing from Patrician Academy , Mallow. The best of luck to both young players and their coach Michael Todd who has done a lot of hard work with these boys. Full report next week. 

 Tyrone County U-16 League: A number of players from Monaghan and Tyrone took part in this league. It was very fitting that 2 of our players made the final with Daniel Mc Kenna winning the first semi final and Padraig Mc Kenna the other. Congratulation to Padraig on winning the final by beating fellow club man Daniel over 3 games.

Adult Co. Championships Nov. 1 Final: Hard luck to John Treanor who was beaten by M. Houlihan, Tydavnet 21-18, 21-5.  

Junior County League Final: Congratulations to  Conor Mc Ginnity  on winning this Final by defeating a Carrick opponent.  

Emerald Masters Singles Ulster Semi Final: Best of luck to Michael Mc Carron and Michael Todd who play in these semi finals this Sunday. Hopefully both will make the final. 

 Juvenile Training U-16 Fri. 7-8p.m. Sunday 4-5.30p.m. Beginners & U-12 Wed. 7-8p.m.

12/02/08 St. Mellans Handball Club:  Ulster Championships Singles and Doubles: We had 5 players from the club taking part in this competition. Daniel Mc Kenna U-16 singles, Padraig Mc Kenna U15 singles, Christopher Mc Kenna & Terry Mc Elvaney U15 doubles, Fergal O’ Neill & Daragh Mc Ginn U-14 doubles. These players are all representing the county. This was played on Sat. 16^th Feb. in St. Mellans. Full report next week. Good luck to al involved. Adult Co. Championships Congratulations to Conor Mc Ginnnity on winning the Junior singles final by defeating fellow club man Paul Donaghy. Nov. 1 final John Treanor v M. Houlighan was cancelled and re-fixed for Monday 18^th in Tydavent at 8p.m. Good luck to John. Nov. 2 Final Ian Treanor played Brendan Finan from Tydavent. Ian won the first game 21-19 and then lost the next 2. Hard luck Ian. Next year is a new year.  Cumnan Na Bunscoil Handball: Congratulations to Niall Rooney who got runner up in the U-13 singles, to Ryan Finnegan who got runner up in the U11 singles and to Gary Mc Kenna & Jamie Sherlock runners up in the U11 doubles.  Adult Co. League Finals: Best of luck to Michael Mc Carron in the senior finals and to Conor Mc Ginnity in the Junior finals. Adults Doubles Championships: Competition is ongoing in Nov. 4,3,2,1, junior, senior. Good luck to all taking part. Juvenile Training U-16 Fri. 7-8p.m. Sunday 4-5.30p.m. Beginners & U-12 Wed. 7-8p.m.

5/02/08St. Mellans Handball Club:  Adult Co. Championships This is now down to finals stage. Good luck to Ian Treanor Nov. 2, John Treanor Nov. 1, Conor Mc Ginnity and Paul Donoghue Junior. These finals take place next weekend. Full details in next weeks local papers. Juvenile Doubles Finals Championships: Takes place in St. Mellans this Sunday. Good luck to Chirstopher Mc Kenna & Darren Mc Clenaghan in U-16 and to Fergal O’ Neill and Daragh Mc Ginn in U-15. Ulster Colleges Finals: Good luck to Padraig Mc Kenna & Christopher Mc Kenna who play in the doubles final on Sat. in Cavan. Full report next week. Juvenile Training U-16 Fri. 7-8p.m. Sunday 4-5.30p.m. Beginners & U-12 Wed. 7-8p.m.

Handball:19/04/07
Juvenile Handball All Ireland Semi Finals: Hard luck to Christopher Mc Kenna who was defeated by Cork in the U-14 Doubles along with his partner T. Mc Elvaney from Monaghan and to Daniel Mc Kenna who was defeated by Kerry in the U-15 Singles last weekend in Limerick. It was a great achievement to get there and we have no doubt these boys will bring home gold next year.
Moy Furniture League: Congratulations to the Stoats on winning this competition on Wednesday 11th April. The Team was D. McClave, F.McKenna, P.McCluskey, L McKenna & I.Treanor

Winners all!!!!